nebraska theater academy

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Connecting students & educators to Broadway

The Nebraska Theater Academy is a comprehensive education program building practical and equitable pathways to careers in the arts and developing life skills for middle and high school students. Participating schools receive opportunities for master classes with Broadway artists, performance opportunities, professional feedback on school productions, a chance to represent Nebraska at the Broadway League’s national Jimmy Awards, and so much more.

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about the program

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Participate

High schools and middle schools of any size and experience level are invited to participate in the Nebraska Theater Academy and receive resources and learning opportunities for their students.

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Adjudication

Participating schools have the opportunity for up to three local performing arts professionals to provide educationally focused written feedback on their school performances.

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Master Classes

The program offers a variety of learning opportunities throughout the year, including in-person and virtual master classes with Broadway artists, backstage workshops, and more.

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Awards Showcase

The Nebraska Theater Academy celebrates the outstanding achievements of participating schools with awards for top performers, excellence behind the scenes, and more during the annual Tony Awards® style Showcase event presented by Omaha Performing Arts.

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National Jimmy Awards

Each year, two outstanding student performers (one lead actor and one lead actress) are nominated for the Broadway League’s National Musical Theatre Awards in New York City, where they receive coaching, master classes, and the chance to perform on a Broadway stage.

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Resources

Discover resources for theater education and participation, Nebraska theater colleges, college and audition prep, and more.

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Nebraska Theater Academy highlights

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Launched in 2013 with just Omaha 22 schools
Now serves more than 85 schools and 9,000 students each year
One of the largest programs of its kind in the U.S.
Developed in partnership with the Broadway League's national Jimmy Awards
Supports professional development for educators
Provides recognition for the value of arts education in schools of all sizes
Builds life skills, career paths, and a support network for students

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the nebraska theater academy is sponsored by:

Community Foundation for Western Iowa, Dolezal Family Foundation, Gilbert C. Swanson Foundation, Hearst Foundation, Inc., Iowa West Foundation, J. William and Ruth Lind Scott Fund, John A. and Dianne M. Scott Fund, John K. and Lynne D. Boyer Family Foundation, Kaufmann-Cummings Foundation, CL Werner Foundation, Nebraska Arts Council, Nebraska Cultural Endowment, Presenters Circle, and TeamMates Mentoring

register to participate

Registration is open and accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. The registration fee for an entire year of opportunities is just $135. Discounted fee rates are available for schools demonstrating financial need.